The 1969 Chevelle Super Sport featured a single-piece chromed bumper at the front and a quad-headlights design. In Canada, the base series retained its 300 Deluxe name, with appropriate badging on each front fender just behind the front wheel well. not want a 350hp 327 engine competing with the new SS396 In 1969 Chevrolet developed a steam powered concept vehicle, designated the SE 124 based on a Chevelle fitted it with a 50hp Bresler steam engine in place of its gasoline engine. RPO L78 Production Figures for the } This configuration was continued through the end of Chevelle production in 1977. The Chevelle SS 396 became a series of its own in 1966 with series/style numbers 13817 and 13867. a number is inserted before the assembly-plant letter to show the production year. If you think there is something in error, Plans to release the updated A-body lineup was scheduled for the 1972 model year but a strike that occurred at some GM assembly plants delayed the release for a full model year, eventually extending the lifecycle of the 1968-era generation; the redesigned A-bodies were designed in a studio where it had more of a European influence - at the time of development John Z. DeLorean was the chairman at the Chevrolet division where he delayed some product releases and extending the lifecycle of some of its products; the redesigned A-bodies had some styling cues lifted from the concurrent second-generation F-bodies - the front suspension was integrated into the A-body redesign with output from respective GM divisions (each division had its own sheet metal design). All other engines on the SS roster were unchanged from 1971. The 375-horsepower 396-cubic-inch V8 was dropped from the options list until late in the model year and returned with 612 being sold. Chevrolet honored California beach resorts once again by naming the top Chevelle series Laguna with the Malibu taking the middle spot while the base series was called simply Deluxe. in Canada according to Vintage Vehicle Services; 903 with RPO Z25 and In its standard form, the 1977 Chevelles onlyreceived 145 horsepower, underscoring the shift away from mega-powerful muscle cars. Malibu grilles changed little. 1967 ] | [ Both used a four-barrel carburetor and 10.5:1 compression. Canadian built - For example: 45837050001 decodes this way: 4 / 58 / 37 / 0 / 50001. In addition to the improved engine, the Z16 would also come with an attractive design. The rear bumper on the Laguna S-3 was chrome-plated rather than painted body color as on the 1973 car. year are not known. On minor impact the urethane nose cone, backed up by shock-absorbing cylinders, deflects and rebounds; Laguna models also featured a specific diecast chrome grille with bowtie emblem, a body-colored (steel) rear bumper, front and rear bumper rub strips, bright roof drip moldings, bright wheel opening moldings, chrome taillight bezels, full wheel covers, and Laguna fender nameplates. The 454 engine option was available for the first half of the model year after which the 400 engine became the top engine. } The Chevelle served as a bridge between Chevrolet's Impala and Chevy II/Nova, as the Impala was Chevrolet's large car and the Chevy II/Nova was their compact offering. 41791. The Chevelle was a car that you could make into whatever you wanted it to be. Two-door hardtop coupes, and convertibles, four-door sedans, and four-door station wagons were offered throughout the entire run. The base model of the Chevelle came with either a 140hp Turbo-Thrift six engine, a 200hp Turbo-Fire 307 V8 engine or a 325hp 327 V8 engine. Contact page and describe the issue. ), The most extensive redesign in its 10-year history marked the 1973 Chevelle. not from actual production numbers that got to the public. The manual-shift feature of the Turbo Hydra-Matic transmission was featured. Buyers could also boost their car's performance with an air scoop for cowl induction. The Series/Model columns correspond to VIN series & body style GM mandated all divisions design their engines to run on lower-octane regular, low-lead, or unleaded gasoline. may not include models built in Canada and will be so noted. randomcontent[2]="http://chevellestuff.net/sidebar/random03.htm" The seventh character classifies the final assembly plant where the vehicle left the line ready for the consumer. Chevelles with the mid-1965 Z-16 option, priced at US$1,501 in 1965,[11] had the emblem on the front fender as well as distinct in-house style numbers: 737 for the hardtop and 767 for the convertible. Wheelbase dimensions were retained; a 112in (2,800mm) for coupes and 116in (2,900mm) for sedans and station wagons, but bodies were five inches (127mm) longer and an inch wider with a 1-inch (25mm) wider wheel track. taxicabs and rental cars); at the time the police option was reintroduced since the 1964/65 model years (at the time midsize squads came with economy powertrain usually in the case of the Chevelle a third-generation Chevrolet inline-six. 1968 ] | [ In 1964, the entire production of the Chevelle line totaled 328,400 automobiles, making it Chevy's second best seller of the year, following the Impala. Another was a 15.3-cubic-foot (430L) luggage capacity, an increase of 2.5 cubic feet (71L) over 1972 models. The L79 engine option was available in the 1965/1966 Acadian Example: 1D80U indicates a Malibu series (D) Custom El Camino (80) October 21, 1973: American 500-Benny Parsons pits for repairs after an early crash. Chevy II/Nova/Acadian Beaumont. the U.S. according to Vintage Vehicle Services; 769 of those were Three V8 engines were available: a new 305cuin (5.0L) engine rated at 140hp (104kW), a 350cuin (5.7L) engine providing 165hp (123kW), and a 400cuin (6.6L) engine with 175hp (130kW). for any loss resulting from the use of the information contained The 1976 Malibu Classic received a crosshatch grille flanked by two stacked rectangular sealed-beam headlamps, while lesser models had a waterfall grille and continued with the previous single round lamps. The Oshawa, Ontario Canada plant numbers are only available from 1969 through 1972. The 1970 ChevelleLS6 is likely one of the most valuable muscle cars in the world, selling for$1,150,000 at a 2013 auction. Chevelles continued in 300, 300 Deluxe, and Malibu trims. engine for a given series (odd numbers are L6, even numbers are The L78 engine was introduced late in the [1], The automobile marketplace was changing significantly during the early 1960s and became competitive in the smaller-sized car segments. ChevyWorld.net was created as With the hardtop, a rare option is a horseshoe floor shifter with an integrated console (with bucket seats - sourced from the SS). Production totals are based on The 300 Deluxe squads was not a sales success since the market was dominated by rival manufacturer Chrysler Corporation where its B platform (and its full-sized sedans) outsold its competitors. For 1971, the SS option could be ordered with any optional V8 and became more of a dress-up option than a performance option. RPO L79 Production Figures for the 1969 Chevelles were billed as "America's most popular mid-size car." About seven percent of all Malibus had a six-cylinder engine, while about 86,000 came with the SS 396 option. However, since Chevrolet hasn't shared any fully-detailed production numbers, the production number isn't confirmable. Estate Wagons and the Laguna Type S-3 were gone. [27] New options included swivel bucket seats with console for coupes and Turbine I steel-backed urethane wheels. Seven transmissions were available: two manual three-speeds, two manual four-speeds, an overdrive three-speed, and two automatics. The standard Chevelle SS engine was a two-barrel 350-cubic-inch V8 rated at 245 gross (165 net) horsepower. The Total Production numbers shown for each year may or may not include models built in Canada and will be so noted. Although the first-generation Chevy Chevelles didn't last long, they certainly made impressive use of the time. A single chrome bar connected quad headlights (which became a familiar Chevrolet trademark) with a revised front grille, now cast in ABS plastic, and a slotted bumper held the parking lights. It now had a slanted, urethane-covered aero-style nose designed for NASCAR, louvered quarter windows, and could be ordered with a vinyl half-roof. layout and website photographic images were all created by WBD 1965 ] | [ The help of several teams allows him to get back into the race and finish 28th. Complete timeline of CHEVROLET Chevelle models and generations, with photos, specs reference and production years. Early-production 1974 Classic coupes required the vinyl roof option; apparently[according to whom?] WBD shall not be held liable Also, the Concours option package (ZK5, ZK6, and ZK7) from the previous year was continued. Sport Coupe There are no known breakdowns The L78 engine was available in the 1967-1970 Camaro. These Chevelles were available with the same equipment as non-SS Malibu models in the U.S. and did not get the domed hood or the blackout front and rear treatment. Interior features included swiveling front bucket seats and a six-dial instrument cluster. At the time, the largest engine being installed in Chevelle SSs was the 396 c.i.d. This move was somewhat controversial with the buying public as hardtops had been a staple of American cars for over 20 years. In standard form, Chevelles had a 250cuin (4.1L) six-cylinder engine or a 145hp (108kW), 305 V8. Item specifics. Chevelles were also assembled and sold in Canada. Here are some of the most commonly asked questions about the Chevy Chevelle: As collectors' tastes change and are varied, there is not a specific model that is considered the most popular. The Chevelle's body styling came in a two-door hardtop, known as the Sports Coupe, or in a convertible model. [14] After 1965, the Malibu SS badge disappeared except for those sold in Canada. It was the top-line Chevelle series that year positioned above the Malibu. Three colors[which?] Though you might recognize the vehicle for its powerful, adrenaline-pumping qualities, you might not know that it also was a family favorite for its station wagon and sedan models. A limited 201 Malibu SS 396 'Z-16' big-block-equipped cars were also eventually produced starting in late 1965, with most being built between mid-March and mid-April. This was during the 1968 and 1969 model years. The SS option was reduced to one RPO code, RPO Z15, and was only available for the Chevelle Malibu. The L78 engine was available in the 1968 through 1970 Chevy II/ Nova; 1968 was the last year the Chevy II nameplate would be used. RPO L89 aluminum head options and are included in the overall 378,618. var randomcontent=new Array() in the bullets below are for the VIN and not the Fisher Body trim The third-generation Chevelle was an extensively used body style in NASCAR competition from 1973 through 1977. Advertised at 450 hp, the LS6 represented the pinnacle of Mark IV big-block performance in its day. The SS was now a trim option limited to the mid-level Malibu series. While the previous SS models relied on small block engines, the engineers for the Z16 wanted the car to run on a big-block V8. Floor coverings were color-keyed in vinyl-coated rubber. The L78 engine option was removed from the engine option Vinyl bucket seats that also came with a floor console, 14-inch full disc wheel covers, which were also used for the Impala SS. function random_iframe(){ randomcontent[0]="http://chevellestuff.net/sidebar/random01.htm" [16], 1966 saw a complete restyle of the Chevelle on the previous frame that included smooth contours, a broad new grille, and bumper treatment as well as curved side windows. RPO L78 Production Figures for the This is followed by the serial number . For 1975, Front and rear changes included a vertical grid-patterned grille and new bright trim around the headlights. function random_iframe(){ In line with other Chevrolet series, the two-door hardtops were called Sport coupes. The fastback appearance was a revival of a streamlining bodystyle on all GM products from 1942 until 1950, as demonstrated on the Chevrolet Fleetline. The Laguna Type S-3 was delayed until January 1975. or Framingham in 1969. an informational outlet only. The more upmarket Malibu continued to sell best by a wide margin and many Chevelles went to the fleet market, but the costlier Laguna coupe and sedan made a respectable showing, with 56,036 going to customers. layout and website photographic images were all created by WBD date. tag. Parsons and his Chevelle hold on to win the NASCAR Winston Cup Grand National championship. Design, The second 402 cid engine was available under RPO, rated at 330hp with single exhaust, and was available in any V8 series except an SS optioned Malibu or El Camino. V8) and the last two numbers indicates the body style within the //This credit MUST stay intact for use The SS 396 Chevelle included a 350 horsepower (260kW) Turbo-Jet 396 V8, special suspension, "power dome" hood, black-accented grille, resilient rear-bumper insert, and wide-oval tires on sport wheels. are NOT reflected in the production numbers above. [10] The station wagons were marketed with exclusive nameplates: Greenbrier (previously used with the Corvair based vans), Concours, and Concours Estate. [6] The Chevelle was the U.S. auto industry's only all-new car for 1964 and was positioned to fill the gap between the small Chevy II and the full-sized Chevrolet models. [14] After 1965, the Malibu SS badge disappeared except for those sold in Canada. The Chevelle Super Sport, or SS, represented Chevrolet's entry into the muscle car battle. In 1971 the single exhaust version of the 402 cid engine produced 206 net hp, but only appeared in the full-size Chevrolet brochure. Still another benefit of the new body designs was greatly improved visibility, up 25% in coupes and wagons, and 35% in sedans. Rear seat legroom was up 3.5in (89mm) in sedans. February 20, 1977: Daytona 500-Cale Yarborough Chevelle pulls away from Benny Parsons Chevelle in the final laps to win in his second Daytona 500. It combined Laguna luxury with the upgraded handling of the SS, which it replaced. Interiors were sourced and shared with select Buick, Oldsmobile, or Pontiac A body patterns - during the middle of the 1968 model year, some Chevrolet A-bodies (including the El Camino) ended up with interior door panels shared with the Buick or Oldsmobile A bodies (Special, Skylark) where supply and demand issues forced a substitution, and during the April 1968 production month in the wake of the assassination of Reverend Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. there were some work stoppages (e.g. here does include 15,356 units built in Canada for import. RPO Z25 SS equipment option included one of these 402 cid engines, but was still marketed as a 396. Unlike the 1973 Laguna, the Malibu Classic used the same front end and chrome bumper as the lesser models, and had smaller vertical opera windows and a spring-loaded hood ornament. The station wagon, available in 6- or 9-passenger seating, featured a new counterbalanced liftgate which allowed for easier entry and loading up to 85 cubic feet.[27]. var dom=document.getElementById&&navigator.userAgent.indexOf("Opera")==-1 1965. The first number shown in the produced column is domestic production, the second number is export production, and the third number is the total production. Three luxury Concours options became available in March 1968 for the 4-door sedan, the 4-door sport sedan (and the hardtop coupe) and consisted of special sound insulation, and a deep-padded instrument panel with simulated woodgrain accents and all-vinyl color-keyed interiors. 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